The Clever Ones
Unveiling the Puppetry of Success
Lyrics
Suited up, think they always know
People dressed formally often believe they possess knowledge or control.
The clever ones pull the strings at the show
The intelligent or cunning individuals manipulate situations during the performance or event.
Just when we start to sink into it
Just as we begin to deeply engage in something,
We catch a glance from the front row
We receive attention or acknowledgment from influential individuals seated in the foremost seats.
Drinks and dinner with some dude you don't know
Engaging in social activities like having drinks and meals with unfamiliar individuals,
Say, That was great but you got room to grow
Compliments are given but advice is provided on improvement,
Just ditch the band, trust me, man
Suggesting to leave the musical group and trust the speaker's judgment,
After all, I should know
Stating experience and knowledge of the situation.
I've seen it a million times
The scenario has been witnessed numerous times,
But I fell for it too
Even the speaker has fallen victim to it,
What's so wrong with being you?
Questioning the problem with being true to oneself.
A song a week til your head explodes
Consistent production of songs until overwhelming stress,
And for a treat, we booked you some shows
A special arrangement of performances is organized as a reward,
They don't pay much but they're good for the brand
Although not financially lucrative, they benefit the artist's image,
Just sing to track with your new band
Singing along to pre-recorded music with a new group.
I've seen it a million times
Reiteration of observing the same situation repeatedly,
But I fell for it too
Admitting personal vulnerability to the same trap,
What's so wrong with being you?
Questioning the negativity around embracing one's true self.
I've seen it a million times
Repetition of witnessing the scenario multiple times,
But I fell for it too
Admission of falling into the same trap,
What's so wrong with being you?
Questioning the adverse connotation of staying authentic.
I've seen it a million times
Continued repetition of encountering the same situation,
But I fell for it too
Admitting personal susceptibility to the trap,
What's so wrong with being you?
Raising a question regarding the stigma around being oneself.
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